Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (정신간호학회지)

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Systematic Review of Mental Health Interventions Designed for Multicultural Children and Adolescents in South Korea

다문화가정 아동·청소년의 정신건강증진을 위한 중재 프로그램에 관한 체계적 문헌고찰

  • Lee, Yun Mi (College of Nursing, Seoul National University) ;
  • Choi, Heeseung (College of Nursing.The Research Institute of Nursing Science, Seoul National University)
  • 이윤미 (서울대학교 간호대학) ;
  • 최희승 (서울대학교 간호대학.간호과학연구소)
  • Received : 2018.02.21
  • Accepted : 2018.06.07
  • Published : 2018.06.30
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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to review intervention programs designed to promote mental health in multicultural children and adolescents living in Korea. Methods: A systematic search with key words in Korean and English was conducted using 9 electronic databases. Twelve studies were included in the sample for systematic review and the Methodological Index for Non-Randomized Study (MINORS) was used to assess methodological rigor and quality of scientific evidence. Results: Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were used in 3 and quasi-experimental designs in nine studies. Interventions utilizing art therapy were found to be effective in improving school adjustment in these children, and in decreasing levels of depression and anxiety. Learning activities and self-image were not found to be effective. In all 12 studies discussion of the theory guiding the intervention was not included and all 12 studies were rated as having a high risk of bias based on MINORS criteria. Conclusion: Findings provide a basis for developing intervention programs to improve mental health in multicultural children and adolescents. Core strategies for promoting mental health in these children and adolescents include access to age and situational characteristics. For intervention effects, development of programs to improve self-esteem and resilience is important.

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